Culture & tradition

Solstice Bonfire

Name: Solstice Bonfire
Start: 2026-06-20T21:30:00
End: 2026-06-20T21:30:00

Summer solstice fire - a traditional light spectacle on the mountain peaks.

A torch burns on a rock in the mountains. In the background, impressive mountain peaks and a dark sky can be seen.

A picturesque mountain panorama at twilight with a burning candle on a rock. The scene shows snow-covered mountains and a clear sky in the background.

A breathtaking mountain landscape at night with glowing city lights in the valley. The sky displays soft hues of twilight.

A climber stands on a high rock and inspects his gear. In the background, the mountainous landscapes and a clear sky at dusk are visible.

A romantic campfire in the darkness, surrounded by trees. Two people stand close together, watching the flames.

Sat, 06/20/2026

09:30 PM o'clock

Kaisergebirge, Scheffau

Description

The summer solstice has a long tradition in Tyrol and is a true spectacle. Fires are lit on the mountains to amplify the power of the sun and keep evil away from humans and animals.

As darkness falls, the fires are ignited on the surrounding mountain peaks, creating a beautiful chain of lights along the peaks of the Wilder Kaiser.

From the valley, the lights can be admired almost everywhere where there is a clear view of the Wilder Kaiser.

In good weather, it is a wonderful spectacle!

In case of very poor weather forecasts, the fires on the mountain peaks are not lit.